Judo 2

KNSFHP 1169.03 (1 credit)

Pre-requisite:

Credit from 1169.02 or EduPAES 1169.02

Note: This course includes forms of movement that will contain physical body to body contact in various ways, such as throwing, tripping, and choke holds. However, this is an introductory course with the emphasis placed on executing proper skills and movements and not the contact itself. Excessive force, violence, or aggression are not required or expected and will not be tolerated. There may be controlled sparring, but no rough behavior will be permitted at any time. Safety will be emphasized.

What you will learn:

Safety and injury prevention

Introduction to competitive Judo

Expanding on knowledge learned in 1169.02 such as:

Terminology

Breakfall basics

Self-defense techniques

Holding techniques

Throwing techniques

Fundamental judo techniques

Strategies

What to expect:

You will physically engage in the instructed techniques

Sparring drills

Skills testing

Written final exam

Potential benefits:

Workout for the entire body

Self-confidence, trust, self-discipline and respect

Lowered stress

Improved balance and coordination

Self-defense abilities

Fun facts:

Judo is both an Olympic and combat sport that translates to “the gentle way.”

Jigori Kano was the inventor of judo

Originally judo was a form of Japanese jiujutsu that was practiced and continually improved by the Samurai

Men’s judo contests last a maximum of five minutes, while women’s last a maximum of four.

Judo is a mix of strength, flexibility, and using a competitor’s strength, weight, and momentum against him or her. Technique and balance, rather than power, is the key.